1991 Eagle Summit vs. 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1991 Eagle Summit is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1991 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 455 kg more than 1991 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Eagle Summit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Eagle Summit | 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Eagle | Mercury |
Model | Summit | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1833 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |